Late Paycheck Violations and Waiting Time Penalties in California

Under California law, your employer must pay all wages owed to you immediately upon termination or within 72 hours if you quit without notice. These timelines are clearly outlined......

California labor laws, especially regarding employee break rights, rank among the strongest in the nation. Under statutes such as Labor Code § 512 and Labor Code § 226.7, employers......

Are you being told you’re a contractor, but treated like an employee? In California, how you’re classified matters. Your classification affects whether you’re legally entitled to overtime pay, meal......

Losing a job is always stressful, but being fired unfairly can feel devastating. Many California workers are unaware that they may have been wrongfully terminated. Understanding the distinction between......

If you’ve spoken up about unsafe working conditions, such as broken equipment, extreme heat, or lack of PPE, only to be punished, demoted, or even fired, you may be......

If you’re an undocumented worker in California, you might be hesitant to speak up about unfair treatment, wage theft, or unsafe work conditions. The fear of retaliation or even......

Many California workers, especially in restaurants, warehouses, factories, healthcare settings, and gig jobs, often find themselves scheduled for 7, 8, or even 10 consecutive days. Employers may claim it’s......

Late or inaccurate pay isn’t just a frustrating experience, it’s a serious violation of California labor law that can cost workers thousands over time. Many employees assume a late......

If you’ve reported illegal activity, unsafe working conditions, discrimination, or wage violations at work, you might be worried about employer retaliation and rightfully so. Workers often hesitate to speak......